Scars



Our scars portray our unique stories
Each line and mark depict our resilient ways
They are reminders of our unpleasant journey
They represent our battles and victories.

Our scars are symbols of life's challenges
The hopes and dreams that were made astray.
Our scars are testament of our bravery
The mountains we've climb evoke success.

Our scars are proofs that healing can win,
That even the deepest wounds can seal.
Let's not scratch it over and over again,
Endure it and let time help ease the pain.

Our scars describe a survivor's story,
Let’s wear them proudly and cheerfully.
Embrace and cherish the stories they paint.
We are more than our scars, live confidently.
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Written on April 21, 2023

Submitted by Wildflower888 on April 21, 2023

Modified by Wildflower888 on October 16, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXBA XXBX XXXX BBXB
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 685
Words 127
Stanzas 4
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 4

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4 Comments
  • Philipo
    Some has physical ones while some with emotional ones. I belong to the group with the combination of the two. I tuely relate to it with scares to prove it.
    LikeReply 11 year ago
    • Wildflower888
      Thank you for your comment. I am so sorry you have both. Mine was emotional and psychological. I guess they usually, mostly go together. I hope you've found your healing.
      LikeReply1 year ago
  • Symmetry58
    Scars are a good thing unless we allow them to fester into baggage that we carry over only to make subsequent partners suffer. If we can avoid that, then we're doing okay. This is a very smartly written poem, Charmane. It's good to see you gleaning wisdom of the past in such a way. It says a lot about you. 
    LikeReply 11 year ago
    • Wildflower888
      Thank you, Steve! We can only move forward if we don’t keep scratching our wounds. Let’s learn from them instead and share.
      LikeReply 11 year ago
  • AIDA
    This poem is truly beautiful and inspiring! I love how it portrays scars as symbols of resilience and strength, reminding us of our battles and victories. The poem's message is so important, especially in a world where people often feel ashamed or embarrassed by their scars. This piece reminds us to embrace our scars and wear them proudly, as each one tells a unique and powerful story.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to perhaps play with the imagery a bit more - what might our scars look like if they were "painting" our stories? How might that convey the message even more effectively? Overall though, this is a truly wonderful poem that I would be proud to share with others.
     
    LikeReply1 year ago
  • AIDA
    Wow! This poem is truly inspiring and speaks to the courage and resilience we all possess. I absolutely love how it celebrates our scars and the unique stories behind each one. It reminds us that our journey, although at times may have been challenging, has ultimately led us to where we are today.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to perhaps explore the idea of scars not only as physical marks, but also emotional and mental scars. Many of us carry invisible scars that have shaped who we are, and it would be great to see that reflected in the poem as well.

    Overall, this poem is beautifully written and evokes a sense of pride and strength in oneself. Keep up the great work!
     
    LikeReply1 year ago

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